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How to Practice Piano Badly

If you’ve been making far too much progress at the piano lately, don’t worry—help is here. These tried-and-true strategies will guarantee frustration, stagnation, and possibly your teacher questioning their career choices. Follow these steps carefully if your goal is to practice piano as badly as possible.

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5 days ago3 min read

Fur Elise: D or E? And Why Small Hands Love Narrow Keys

Bar 7 of Fur Elise sparks debate: D or E? Some players follow the book, some follow their ears. I like to play an E the first two times and save the D for the final appearance. Why? In A minor, it’s a V–I progression. Skip the D early, and it’s simple; add it, and you get a dominant 7th with a subtle, exotic twist. Holding the D until the end surprises the listener and makes the resolution even more beautiful. Want more info check the Henle Blog . The RCM Grade 7 book show

linda4151

Nov 271 min read

Will Narrow Keys Give Big-Handed Pianists an Even Bigger Advantage?

Actually, no — they level the playing field. If you have smaller hands, it’s natural to wonder: “Won’t large-handed pianists be able to reach even more on narrow keys?” It’s a fair question — but the answer is a reassuring no. Narrow Keys: The End of the Big-Hand Advantage Traditional pianos were built around large hands. For centuries, the size of the keys decided who could play what — not talent, artistry, or dedication. Narrow keys change that. They don’t give big-handed p

linda4151

Nov 102 min read

Hands come in all sizes why are piano keys one-size?

Best Digital Piano for Small Hands: Finding Your Perfect Fit

Why Narrow Key Pianos Are Game-Changers for Small-Handed Pianists Piano playing is an art form that demands precision, agility, and ...

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Oct 243 min read

💝 A Gift from the Heart: Help Someone Play a Piano That Fits

Sometimes it takes a community to support our dreams. At Narrow Keys, we hear stories every week that remind us why we started this journey — stories of determination, hope, and the simple wish to play comfortably and beautifully. One teacher recently wrote to us about her dream of owning an Athena Narrow Key Piano — a digital piano designed for small hands . She told us how her students, colleagues, and friends came together to host a fundraising concert so she could make

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Oct 172 min read

Essential Tips for Piano Care and Maintenance

Owning a piano or digital keyboard is a rewarding experience that brings music and joy into your home. To keep your instrument sounding its best and lasting for years, proper care and maintenance are essential. This guide will...

narrow88keys

Oct 144 min read

Rediscover the joy of piano playing with the versatile narrow key Athena.

10 Ways Narrow Keys Make Piano Teaching Easier

Narrow keys aren’t just student tools—they’re teacher tools, empowering the very people shaping the next generation of pianists.

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Jun 183 min read

The Tale of a Narrow-Key Piano with a Grand Ambition

In a corner, she waits, looking slender and neat, With just forty-one inches from end cap to seat. She’s narrow , she’s trim, not a wide-keyed canoe— But oh… what Athena the piano can do! The Magic of Narrow Keys With keys that are narrow and closer in span, She makes magic doable for an everyday hand. No need for a stretch like a spider with shoes, Now you can play pieces you thought you would lose! Those octaves? A breeze. Those tenths? A delight! No cramping, n